Allison Ginsburg, KPA CTP
Dog Trainer
Role at Tucker Pup's
I run our Cooperative Care program and teach private lessons.Certifications and Education
- I received my KPA CTP certification through The Karen Pryor Academy.
- I am also Fear-Free certified
Why I Became a Dog Trainer
I am excited about increasing the welfare of the animals we call family by helping parents create strong and positive relationships through training with their dogs. One area I am passionate about is rescue and working through the unique challenges that these dogs have, especially with behavior modification to aid in separation anxiety, fear-based behavior and aggression.Background Before Becoming a Dog Trainer
Before becoming a dog trainer, I spent 23 years working as a Marine Mammal trainer with dolphins and sea lions, including at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. After that, I spent four years working as a zookeeper, training species such as polar bears, tigers, lynx, coyote and parrots.My Dog
I currently have a mixed breed dog named Raven Noodle, who I adopted from PAWS. Although unplanned, we foster failed and she became a part of the family!Testimonials
Allison was wonderful and so professional. She reassured me that Maple was still so young and still learning.
- Megan Wayne
Allison was incredible! We had such a fun time in the Puppy Manners class and were sad to see it come to an end!
- Madison Snediker
Allison was great with Raider + us! We learned a lot and have seen him grow so much! he is on the younger side for training, but it helped us make him a smart city dog and she also took extra time with any concerns we had. I have reccoed to a few friends because of our experience. I think we will let him get a little older before we consider more training, but if we do the intermediate class or a private lesson we will use Tucker Pup's in the future!!
- Lyndsey Tierney
Allison's Upcoming Training Events
Upcoming Classes:
Puppy Manners
Starting Sat, Jan 10, 2026
12:45 pm
Tucker Pup's Training Center
